Dental Emergencies: What to Do

Dental Emergencies: What to Do

Emergency Dentistry Capitola

Dental emergencies can be scary, especially if you feel underprepared for how to respond in the situation. Ignoring dental emergencies can lead to painful and costly issues in the future, so being prepared to handle issues that arise upfront can be the best solution to save you time, money, and pain!

Toothache

Having a toothache is absolutely no fun; it usually occurs when a cavity is close to and irritates a nerve, and often requires a dental crown or sometimes a root canal. To take the edge off of some of your immediate pain, consider taking a pain reliever, or applying a cold compress to the area.

Knocked-Out Teeth

If you knock out a tooth, save it! Speed matters if you’re trying to save your lost tooth – quickly reinsert (without forcing!) the tooth into its socket, or save the tooth in a cup of milk. Get to your Capitola dentist Dr. Halbleib immediately for best odds of saving your tooth.

Broken Teeth

If you break a tooth, rinse your mouth with warm water to wash away any smaller fragments that could be lingering. If you’re bleeding, hold a piece of gauze on the area until bleeding stops. You can use a cold compress to relieve some of the pain and swelling, and you should come in to see Capitola dentist Dr. Halbleib as soon as possible.

If you have a dental emergency, it’s best to get in to see Capitola emergency dentist Dr. Jesse Halbleib and the Seabreeze Dental Group immediately. If you have any questions, or to schedule your next appointment with Dr. Halbleib, call 831-462-1612 today!

This place is the best. They listen to your health needs and are so gentle. I actually look forward to going here.

Dawn G.

Very experienced dentist, with the latest tools and techniques. One of few dentists in the area offering Perioprotect, which arrests periodontal disease, which is very very common.

Rick M.

Dr. Halbleib saved me from dentures!. My mouth was a mess, he came up with a plan and it worked. My teeth feel and look GREAT!. Thank you Dr. H.

Jack L.

I needed two new crowns. Dr. Halbleib created two beautiful crowns in one day. They are perfect. He was precise and has an artistic eye. I am extremely pleased with the outcome.

Meaghan B.

I have had many dentists in my life, some good and some terrible. I am so glad to have found Dr Halbleib’s practice. He is extremely knowledgeable, has all the latest technological tools, and the capability to use them. This is dentistry for the 21st century. The staff are also great; gentle, very pleasant and informative. On their recommendation, I have started perio-protect and I know it has changed my dental health.

Bill F.

Dr. Halbleib’s office and staff is fantastic. Let’s face it going to the dentist isn’t the first thing I want to do. But, Dr. Halbleib and his staff make it to where I really don’t mind. The offices ambiance is always clean and inviting. His staff is always friendly and professional. I have had a lot of dental work in the last 2 years and highly recommend Dr. Halbleib and his staff.

Nancy W.

Dr. Jesse Halbleib

A Bay Area native, Dr. Halbleib grew up in Santa Clara. He has lived in Santa Cruz since 1986 and has practiced general dentistry at his Capitola office since 1994. He and his wife, Shannon (BSN, RN), have been married for over 20 years. They have three children, Johnathan, Braidan, and Shane, as well as two horses, two dogs, three cats, and two guinea pigs